4 / 5 - 2 reviews
How to get there
12 hours by bus and boat from Bangkok
When to go
From November to April
Minimum stay
1 to 2 days
Koh Lanta (Thailand)
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Reviews of Koh Lanta
Ko Lanta is an island in Southern Thailand located not far from Phuket and Ko Phi Phi.
My suggestion:
It's a good idea to hire a scooter to explore Ko Lanta and tour the island's center.
My review
In contrast to other Thai islands, Ko Lanta did not feel touristy to me, even though tourism is present everywhere there. The laid back atmosphere on the island makes it a perfect place for rest and relaxation when visiting Thailand. Ko Lanta still has something of the wild and natural about it. In the very north you can visit Saladan: a small, traditional fishing town where you can get something to eat, purchase souvenirs and see stilt houses.
By hiring a scooter you can explore the island and visit waterfalls, caves, and the national park in Ko Lanta's south. Sporting types can hire a kayak to explore the verdant mangroves, where you can encounter swans. The only thing I find regrettable is that no hiking trails or roads have been built in the center of the island. Ko Lanta is quite mountainous and I'm sure tourists will enjoy a little walk up to the summits to see the views you get from the top.
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Aurélie Chartier
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A Thai island lost among the others, Ko Lanta is a jewel of a place: less visited, and offering a relaxed, family atmosphere.
My suggestion:
If you are looking for peace and quiet, stay in the south part of the island. If you want to party, stay in the north, close to the landing stage. Consider booking in advance at the height of the season!
My review
I needed an island where I could rest and relax after the decadent madness of Phuket. Ko Lanta seduced me with its peacefulness and unspoiled nature. I followed other travelers who'd reserved accommodation in the center of the island and, despite my difficulties in finding cheap accommodation at the last minute, I really liked this part of the island; it isn't as excessive as the northern part. I went on a guided tour of the four other islands close by, of which Ko Muk, with its Emerald Cave, is magnificent, and did some snorkelling. One evening, we went to a bar where a group of Thai people were playing hard rock classics. It was magical!
The little added bonus: despite the many tourists, you can find abandoned beaches if you are prepared to venture off on a scooter. This is a lively island, but not excessively so.
The minor drawback: I didn't manage to find a good restaurant. It felt a bit like it was about packing the tourists in, with no real quality available.
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